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Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 18, 2023

U.S. national in North Korean custody after crossing inter-Korean border during tour

The U.S. citizen crossed into the nuclear-armed country while on a tour of the Joint Security Area at the border with the South, the United Nations Command said Tuesday.
Japan Times
SUMO / Basho reports
Jul 18, 2023

Nishikigi and Hokutofuji remain in Nagoya lead as Hoshoryu falls

Sekiwake Daieisho earned his eighth win in his pursuit of promotion, while Wakamotoharu, also in line for a jump up to ozeki, suffered his third loss.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 18, 2023

Tokyo 'Joker' train attacker says he was inspired by similar case

Kyota Hattori, during his trial at the Tachikawa branch of the Tokyo District Court, admitted to stabbing a man and starting a fire onboard the train.
Japan Times
SOCCER / Women's World Cup
Jul 18, 2023

WE League chair: Japan sees 'cute' players, not elite athletes

Momentum behind women’s soccer in Japan has stalled in the years since its 2011 triumph and 2015 runner-up finish, even as global interest in women’s sports accelerates.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Jul 18, 2023

Carlos Ghosn vows to fight allegations but won't return to Japan

“Nissan will have to pay for what they did to me and my family,” Ghosn said Tuesday, speaking via video link during a news conference in Tokyo.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 18, 2023

Heat continues to bake Japan, but some relief is on the way

The government issued heatstroke alerts in 23 of the nation’s 47 prefectures Tuesday, affecting tens of millions of people.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 18, 2023

Putin’s pre-election budget set to become more costly after mutiny

Analysts expect changes to go far beyond the price of fortifying positions previously manned by an estimated 50,000 Wagner fighters.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 18, 2023

In Chinese media, the U.S. is invariably the villain

China believes it is laying the foundation for a new global order more respectful and accommodating to other nations, potentially strengthening its position in the world.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / MLB
Jul 18, 2023

Shohei Ohtani homers in third straight game as Angels beat Yankees

The Japanese player does not usually celebrate in such a zealous manner, and it drew a reaction from Angels manager Phil Nevin.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 18, 2023

Risk of exploding electric fans highlighted amid severe heat in Japan

There were at least 45 reported cases of electric handheld fans exploding during the five years through 2022.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 18, 2023

ASEAN sets up regional office for cybersecurity cooperation

ACICE will share information, research and analysis on cyberthreats relevant to the defense sector.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 18, 2023

Rise in new COVID-19 cases in Japan shows little sign of abating

Experts predict the trend will continue amid high heat, declining population-level immunity and the start of the holiday season.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jul 18, 2023

Kerry says climate cooperation could help stabilize U.S.-China ties

U.S. climate envoy John Kerry said talks with top Chinese officials were a rare opportunity for the two sides to boost ties via cooperation on fighting climate change.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 18, 2023

U.S. nuclear sub visits South Korea for first time in decades as allies hold key talks

The U.S. said the ballistic missile submarine had arrived after the allies held the inaugural meeting of their Nuclear Consultative Group on Tuesday.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Jul 18, 2023

AI is helping create the chips that design AI chips

The human role in artificial intelligence development is slowly being handed over to machines and algorithms.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 18, 2023

Education ministry alarmed by teachers' long working hours

In the education, science and technology white paper for fiscal 2022, which ended in March this year, the ministry stressed that reducing hours is an urgent task.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Tech
Jul 18, 2023

As 'Detroit of Asia,' Thailand targets battery-makers to stay ahead in EV race

Long established as an auto hub, Thailand is determined to keep its grip on the economically crucial industry as the pivot to electric vehicles gathers pace.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Jul 18, 2023

Thwarted candidate for Thai leadership gathers support for second vote

Efforts to elect a government have deadlocked on parliament's refusal to endorse the candidacy of Pita Limjaroenrat, whose Move Forward Party won the most seats in May elections.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Jul 18, 2023

Kabuki actor Ichikawa Ennosuke charged again over suspected family suicide pact

Ennosuke is alleged to have helped his father take his own life in mid-May, police said, following an earlier arrest on suspicion of aiding in his mother's suicide in the same incident.
Japan Times
SOCCER / Women's World Cup
Jul 18, 2023

Former champion Japan taking Women's World Cup one game at a time

While Japan's route through the knockouts is likely to be determined by its July 31 clash with Spain in Wellington, head coach Futoshi Ikeda is also focused on avoiding other Group C upsets.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy / FOCUS
Jul 18, 2023

Local governments in Tokyo spruce up donor gifts

Shinjuku Ward is considering a menu of unique gifts, such as crafts related to local industries including printing and dyeing, and a one-day 'mayor's experience' program.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Crime & Legal
Jul 18, 2023

Kyoto Animation holds memorial event four years after arson attack

There were 70 workers inside the company's No. 1 Studio when the attack occurred; of them, 36 were killed and 32 others suffered injuries of various degrees.
Japan Times
WORLD / Politics
Jul 18, 2023

Why does the Black Sea grain deal's expiration matter?

Prices for grains and oilseeds have already risen in response to Russia suspending its participation in the deal.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies / FOCUS
Jul 18, 2023

Suntory's Yamazaki Distillery turns 100 as whisky demand enjoys renewed boom

Japan's acclaimed aged whiskies are commanding increasingly eye-watering prices thanks to growing demand and long-standing shortages.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS
Jul 18, 2023

Next Commonwealth Games host pulls out over cost concerns

The Australian Olympic Committee, which had spoken of the 2026 Games as a 'runway' for hosting the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, said it was 'an enormous disappointment' for the athletes.
Japan Times
BASEBALL / Japanese Baseball
Jul 18, 2023

Leandro Cedeno and Shumpeita Yamashita lift Orix as Hawks lose 9th straight

Yamashita and two relievers combined on a four-hit shutout, with the 21-year-old starter allowing just two singles and striking out eight over seven innings of work.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jul 18, 2023

EU's AI lobbying blitz gets lukewarm response in Asia, officials say

Many countries favor a 'wait and see' approach or are leaning toward a more flexible regulatory regime.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Markets
Jul 18, 2023

An $880 billion fund is shorting key Japanese bonds in BOJ bet

An $880 billion fund is betting it’s only a matter of time before the Bank of Japan tightens monetary policy.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Jul 18, 2023

Thousands evacuated as typhoon pummels southern China and Vietnam

Nearly 230,000 people in Guangdong were evacuated to safety before the Typhoon Talim's landfall, including more than 8,000 fish-farm workers who were brought ashore.
Japan Times
MORE SPORTS / Swimming
Jul 18, 2023

Japan claims acrobatic routine bronze at worlds

Japan was 17.4166 points behind winner China and picked up its fourth artistic swimming medal of this meet, following three gold medals.
Japanese stripper bids to have her porn movies taken off internet
Plaintiff Miyuki Ariga (left) speaks at a news conference along with her lawyer, Yoshitomo Morohashi, after filing a lawsuit at the Tokyo District Court on Monday.
In Japan, 68,000 people over 65 projected to die alone at home this year
As Japan grapples with its population's rapid aging, supporting people who live and age alone is looming larger on the policy agenda.
Kishida defends planned rule to revoke foreigners' residency
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida speaks during a meeting of the Lower House Judicial Affairs Committee on Wednesday.
Japan concerned over U.S. officials' remarks on atomic bombings
U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham speaks to reporters during a news conference in Washington on Thursday.
Was Onosato's defeat of Terunofuji an era-defining bout?
Onosato (right) defeats Terunofuji at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 12. While nothing in sumo is guaranteed, it seems almost inevitable that Onosato is destined for the top of the sport's pyramid.
Japanese rap creates its mecca in Pop Yours
Tokyo-based artist Jumadiba says he forgoes the label of simply “rap” for his music because the Japanese rap scene isn’t confined to a particular sound.
Who’s toughest on China? Biden’s tariff tactic ups ante as election looms.
U.S. President Joe Biden speaks about new actions to protect American workers and businesses from China's "unfair" trade practices, in the Rose Garden of the White House in Washington on Tuesday.
Was Onosato's defeat of Terunofuji an era-defining bout?
Onosato (right) defeats Terunofuji at the Ryogoku Kokugikan in Tokyo on May 12. While nothing in sumo is guaranteed, it seems almost inevitable that Onosato is destined for the top of the sport's pyramid.
Ishin struggles to set itself apart from other parties
Nippon Ishin no Kai Secretary-General Fumitake Fujita (right) speaks beside Yui Kanazawa, the party's candidate in the Tokyo 15th district by-election on April 28. Nippon Ishin lost in this by-election as well as another in Nagasaki held on the same day.
In Japan, 68,000 people over 65 projected to die alone at home this year
As Japan grapples with its population's rapid aging, supporting people who live and age alone is looming larger on the policy agenda.

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